If you’re considering abortion, it’s important to understand that it will have physical effects beyond the procedure itself. Bleeding and cramping will occur with medical abortion, and both medical and surgical abortion carry potential risks that you should know about beforehand.

Baywater Women’s Clinic provides confidential information on abortion so you can make a fully informed decision. We also offer medical-grade pregnancy testing and limited ultrasounds administered by a licensed medical professional. These services will help you learn more about your pregnancy and health.

Schedule a no-cost appointment today to learn more about your pregnancy and get your questions answered before deciding what comes next.

Physical Effects of the Abortion Pill

A medical abortion typically uses two drugs. Mifepristone blocks progesterone, causing the pregnancy to stop progressing. Misoprostol then causes uterine contractions that expel the pregnancy.

Vaginal bleeding and abdominal cramping will occur. The intensity varies, and some women have reported experiencing pain that was more severe than they expected.

Additional side effects can include:

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Dizziness
Fever
Chills

Potential risks of taking abortion drugs include heavy or prolonged bleeding, infection, and an incomplete abortion (which is when parts of the pregnancy remain in the uterus, which can lead to a potentially severe infection if left untreated).

Physical Effects of Surgical Abortion

Surgical abortion involves removing the pregnancy from the uterus using suction, medical instruments, or both. The specific procedure used varies depending on how far the pregnancy has progressed.

Cramping and light bleeding or spotting may follow the procedure. Possible risks include infection, damage to the cervix, uterine perforation, and the development of scar tissue inside the uterus.

Your individual health history may also affect your risks, making it important to discuss any concerns with a qualified medical professional.

Confirm How Far Along You Are

Gestational age matters when considering abortion. For example, the abortion pill is FDA-approved only through 10 weeks of pregnancy.

A limited ultrasound can estimate how far along you are while also confirming the location of the pregnancy and whether the pregnancy appears to be developing.

Get the Facts First

Before making a pregnancy decision, take the time to get accurate information about your pregnancy and the potential physical effects of abortion.

Schedule a no-cost appointment with Baywater Women’s Clinic today. You can confirm your pregnancy with an ultrasound, learn about your options, and find the answers you need.

*Baywater Women’s Clinic does not provide or refer for abortions.

**All abortion information in this blog is based on accurate information at the time of writing.

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